I find a beautiful view and sit quietly, listening and waiting for the animal to get used to my presence.  Some people think that our Sonoran Desert is just a dry land of mountains, strange plants, and great sweeping skies.  But look very carefully and you will also see many interesting creatures.

What if the Sonoran Desert were your backyard?  What would you see when you stepped outdoors? With paper, pencil, brush, and paints in hand, Virginia Wright-Frierson takes readers on an artist's tour of this rich and wonderful ecosystem, from the desert floor to the open sky.

With close personal observations captured in stunning, scientifically accurate watercolors, A Desert Scrapbook is more than a friendly and informative introduction to desert plants and animals.  This heartfelt tribute to the Sonoran Desert will invite young people to explore their own worlds and celebrate all life.

From the dust jacket